Definition: And the women said unto Naomi, Blessed [be] the LORD, which hath not left thee this day without a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel.
Explanation: Okay, let's break down this verse from Ruth 4:14. Itโs a really beautiful and touching passage about love and loyalty. Here's what it means in simpler terms: Basically, it says: โThe women were worried that Naomi wasn't getting married, and they prayed to God to bless her. God answered their prayers by finding her a husband โ a man who was close to her family and would be known for his goodness.โ Letโs unpack it a bit further: โAnd the women said unto Naomiโฆโ - This is like a group of people talking about something important. โโฆthat his name may be famous in Israel.โ โ This is the key part. It means that Naomi's husband would be known and respected throughout all of Israel. Heโd be a good example to others, and he would be admired for being kind, faithful, and loving. The meaning behind it is about: Love & Loyalty: The women were showing Naomi deep love and loyalty โ they were worried she was alone. Divine Providence: God is working in this situation by providing a husband for her. It's a sign of his care and desire to bless her life. In short, itโs a story about how God chooses to bless those he loves, and He brings good things into the lives of those who are faithful. --- Would you like me to: Explain another verse? Give you some context about the story of Ruth?